Chandlers Forde is a maintenance-friendly villa community within The Meadows in Sarasota, Florida. The neighborhood contains 61 residences surrounded by mature landscaping, winding streets, lakes, golf-course settings, and the extensive recreational amenities found throughout The Meadows.
Developed primarily during the early 1980s, Chandlers Forde consists of one-story villa-style residences with attached garages and private outdoor living areas. Although these properties are commonly marketed as villas and have the feel of attached residential homes, current Stellar MLS records generally identify their legal ownership structure as condominium.
Chandlers Forde Villas
Residences in Chandlers Forde generally offer approximately 1,650 to more than 2,300 square feet of air-conditioned living space. Two- and three-bedroom layouts can be found throughout the community, often with two or more bathrooms, attached two-car garages, interior laundry areas, vaulted ceilings, and spacious living and dining rooms.
Many villas feature screened or enclosed lanais, private courtyards, large windows, mature landscaping, and views of wooded areas, golf courses, or landscaped common spaces. Corner and end-unit locations may provide additional windows and outdoor privacy.
Because Chandlers Forde is an established resale community, residences vary considerably in condition and renovation level. Buyers may find updated kitchens and baths, hurricane shutters or impact improvements, newer flooring, remodeled lanais, roofing or mechanical updates, and other owner improvements.
Maintenance-Friendly Living
One of the primary advantages of Chandlers Forde is the association-maintained lifestyle. Current property information commonly indicates that association services include exterior building maintenance, grounds maintenance, common-area care, reserve funding, management, pest control, private-road maintenance, and community pool maintenance.
The exact services, insurance responsibilities, roof obligations, reserves, assessments, pet policies, leasing restrictions, and maintenance requirements can change. Buyers should review the current Chandlers Forde condominium documents, association budget, reserve information, and insurance coverage before purchasing.
Chandlers Forde Community Pool
Chandlers Forde has its own community swimming pool, giving residents a convenient recreation option within the neighborhood in addition to the broader facilities available through The Meadows.
The neighborhood’s compact layout, mature trees, landscaped common areas, and private residential streets contribute to a quieter setting within the larger Meadows community.
The Meadows Amenities
Chandlers Forde owners are also part of The Meadows Community Association and can participate in the recreational opportunities available to Meadows residents under current access programs.
- Community swimming and recreation facilities
- Fitness and wellness facilities
- Tennis
- Pickleball
- Approximately 14 miles of walking and biking trails
- More than 85 lakes and waterways throughout The Meadows
- Dog park
- Playground
- Basketball court
- Community clubs and social activities
- Golf available within The Meadows
Amenity access, user fees, golf programs, and recreational policies can change. Buyers should verify current information with The Meadows Community Association and the applicable facility or golf operation.
Golf at The Meadows
Golf remains an important part of The Meadows lifestyle, although the community’s golf operation has changed from the traditional country-club structure described in older real estate information.
Golf participation is not required to own a villa in Chandlers Forde. Meadows Golf Club currently provides golf opportunities within the community, with resident benefits, public play, and optional golf programs available under the current operating structure.
Chandlers Forde Location
Chandlers Forde is located in Sarasota’s 34235 zip code within the western portion of The Meadows. Access is convenient from Longmeadow and Glebe Farm Road, placing residents close to University Parkway, Honore Avenue, Fruitville Road, Interstate 75, and Downtown Sarasota.
University Town Center is only a short drive away and provides extensive shopping, dining, entertainment, healthcare, hotels, and business services. Nathan Benderson Park is also nearby for walking, cycling, rowing, paddling, and community events.
Downtown Sarasota & Gulf Coast Beaches
Residents can reach Downtown Sarasota for waterfront parks, restaurants, galleries, theaters, performing arts, and cultural attractions.
The Gulf Coast beaches of Lido Key and Siesta Key are also within driving distance for swimming, boating, fishing, beach walks, and Sarasota sunsets.
Similar Villa Communities in The Meadows
- Chambery – An established Meadows villa community with maintenance-friendly residences and mature landscaping.
- Chanteclaire – A villa community within The Meadows offering attached residences and convenient access to recreation and trails.
- Chatsworth Greene – A maintenance-friendly Meadows community with villa-style residences in an established setting.
- Hampstead Heath – An established villa neighborhood offering maintenance-friendly living within The Meadows.
- Kingsmere – A Meadows villa community with attached residences, mature landscaping, and convenient access to community amenities.
Chandlers Forde Villas for Sale | The Meadows Sarasota Florida
View current Chandlers Forde villas for sale below. Because the community contains only 61 residences, inventory can be limited and there may be periods when no properties are available. Buyers can also explore additional homes, villas, and condos throughout The Meadows Sarasota.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chandlers Forde
Where is Chandlers Forde located?
Chandlers Forde is located within The Meadows in Sarasota, Florida 34235. The neighborhood is accessed near Glebe Farm Road and Pinebrook Hollow in the western portion of The Meadows.
How many residences are in Chandlers Forde?
Chandlers Forde contains 61 residences within its incorporated association.
Are Chandlers Forde properties villas or condos?
Chandlers Forde residences are commonly described and marketed as one-story villas because of their attached residential design, private entrances, garages, and outdoor living areas. Current Stellar MLS records generally identify the legal ownership structure as condominium.
Does Chandlers Forde have a community pool?
Yes. Chandlers Forde has a community swimming pool maintained through the neighborhood association. Residents may also participate in broader Meadows recreation programs subject to current access requirements and fees.
Is golf membership required in Chandlers Forde?
No. Golf participation is not required to own property in Chandlers Forde. Golf is available within The Meadows through the current Meadows Golf Club operation, with resident benefits and optional programs available.
Interested in Chandlers Forde or another villa community within The Meadows? Contact Wendy Lynn | eXp Realty for help comparing available properties, association fees, maintenance responsibilities, ownership structures, amenities, and other Sarasota real estate opportunities.
